From a Christian point of view of course we do want a peaceful world, and I think September 11 did actually make people aware not only of vulnerability and how transitory life is, but there are forces of good and honor and justice which speak to us of God and his love for us.

But, as you have intimated, I am among those who would be very wary of any military action in the light of Saddam Hussein's willingness to allow the weapons inspectors to go in.

We've got to find ways of confronting the issues that divide - and at the heart of cultural issues, you often find religions.

Belief in the resurrection is not an appendage to the Christian faith. It is the Christian faith.

At a time when many Muslims in this country are living in fear, I want to say loud and clear that as a Christian leader I deeply respect your faith and believe that our common duty is to extend the hand of friendship, and to build bridges not walls.

God loves us all, wants us all to share his kingdom, has a role for us all.

In my time as Archbishop of Canterbury I've seen a growing sense of unity and mission.